When to call us immediately
Burst geyser in the ceiling
Shut off the geyser isolator and cold inlet. Call us — pressurised hot water in the ceiling is an emergency.
Sewage backing up indoors
Stop using all water in the property. We'll arrive with mechanised drain machines and a CCTV camera.
Visible water meter spinning
Concealed leak under a slab or in the garden. Same-day leak detection prevents thousands in damage.
Total power loss + DB board burning smell
Switch off the main isolator. Don't reset breakers until an electrician has inspected.
Fast on-site
1–2 hours typical in Sandton / Midrand area
Local team
Northern Johannesburg only — we know your area
Insured & registered
VAT registered, registered electricians
While you wait — what to do now
- 1
Close the main stopcock
At your boundary wall or meter box — turn it off to stop water flow.
- 2
Switch off the geyser isolator
At the DB board — prevents element damage while water is off.
- 3
Trip the affected DB circuit
For electrical emergencies, isolate the problem circuit if safe to do so.
- 4
Move valuables away from water
Protect documents, electronics and furniture.
- 5
Photograph the damage
Before any clean-up — supports your insurance claim.
- 6
Call Garth on 082 886 9119
Speak to the owner directly — he will advise on next steps.
Emergency cover — where we attend
We respond to genuine emergencies across Sandton, Midrand, Fourways, Bryanston, Randburg and Northern Johannesburg — plus the East Rand: Boksburg, Germiston, Alberton, Edenvale, Bedfordview and Kempton Park.
Typical response times
- Sandton & surrounds: 60–90 minutes
- Midrand & Centurion: 45–75 minutes
- Fourways, Bryanston, Randburg: 45–90 minutes
- East Rand (Boksburg, Germiston, Alberton): 60–120 minutes
Speak to Garth directly.
Owner-managed means you reach the person who's accountable. Phone, email or WhatsApp — whatever's easiest for you.
- Call now082 886 9119
- WhatsApp082 886 9119
- Emailgarth@appleplumbing.co.za
- Service areaSandton, Midrand & Northern JHB
- HoursMonday to Saturday, 07:00 – 17:00